Garvin Nunes

7years
Garvin Nunes
I am riding 1,000 km in memory of Chris and Patrick. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer!
I've Ridden 464.9 km My goal is 1,000 km
My Rankings
  • National: 1248th
  • Province: 684th in ON
I've raised $1,353 My goal is $2,500 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Chris and Patrick

My Story

1 Aug 2025

This will be my 7th year riding to fight kids cancer! I've had a lot of fun and made many friends along the way.

I learned of the ride after my friend Chris died of cancer in 2018. We were devastated by the speed the disease. From diagnosis to his passing was only four months. The doctors tried what they could during this short time. Chris was only 42 when he passed.

Through my work with Sick Kids I've developed a sense of scope of cancer in this nation. 1700 kids are diagnosed each year. I've met parents who have lost their children. It has been heart breaking despite the good moments.

So please, join me as I ride to fight this horrible disease!

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 7 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 2,196 km Ridden
    $823 Raised
    2019
  • 2,643 km Ridden
    $1,568 Raised
    2020
  • 2,281 km Ridden
    $1,421 Raised
    2021
  • 2,289 km Ridden
    $1,290 Raised
    2022
  • 2,277 km Ridden
    $1,898 Raised
    2023
  • 2,597 km Ridden
    $1,291 Raised
    2024
  • 465 km Ridden
    $1,353 Raised
    2025
7years
14,747 km
Ridden
$9,644
Raised

My Challenge

  • Mid month turnaround!
    19 Aug 2025

    It's been quite a couple weeks! I was in the shop almost 3 shifts repairing probablems on all parts of the bike. The biggest being the headset (steering) which I finally managed to get working properly. Special thanks goes to Allan from Recycle Cycles who loaned me a wheel to finish this ride.

    Anyway, it looks like I'll be at 500km today or tomorrow!

    Posted 13 hours ago
  • 51.2 km ride - 2025 Ride to fight kids cancer 18 - Monday, August 18, 2025
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  • 70.2 km ride - 2025 Ride to fight kids cancer 17 - Sunday, August 17, 2025
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  • 49.2 km ride - 2025 Ride to fight kid's cancer 16 - Saturday, August 16, 2025
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  • 42.5 km ride - 2025 Ride to fight kids cancer 15 - Friday, August 15, 2025
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  • 25.4 km ride - Ride to fight kid's cancer 2025-14 - Thursday, August 14, 2025
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  • $500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved GUARDIAN LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 6 days ago
  • $250 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $250 to fight kids' cancer and achieved PROTECTOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 6 days ago
  • $100 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $100 to fight kids' cancer and achieved DEFENDER LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 7 days ago
  • 29.5 km ride - Ride to fight kids cancer 2025 12-13 - Tuesday, August 12, 2025
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  • 34.7 km ride - Ride to fight kids cancer 2025 9-11 - Saturday, August 9, 2025
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  • 20.6 km ride - 2025 Ride to fight kids kids cancer 8 - Friday, August 8, 2025
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  • 54.8 km ride - 2025 Ride to fight kids cancer 5-7 - Tuesday, August 5, 2025
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  • 34.4 km ride - 2025 Ride to fight kids cancer 4 - Monday, August 4, 2025
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  • 11.7 km ride - 2025 Ride to fight kid's cancer 3 - Sunday, August 3, 2025
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  • 22.2 km ride - 2025 Ridee to fight kids cancer 2 - Saturday, August 2, 2025
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  • Day 1 disaster!
    2 Aug 2025

    On my way to work today I thought I heard a clanging or metalic click. I assumed it was the derailleur and tried changing gears. The sound went away!

    So I completed an entire shift of work and decided to put my bike in one of their bike stand to eliminate the noise which I assumed to be creaking.

    To my horror I immediately saw some spokes were broken. FOUR to be exact. I put my Sick Kids kit back in the bag.

    I managed to get the bike home. This is where having seven bikes comes in handy. Thing was they all seem to have a problem. I pulled out the Le June road bike. Its cheesy model name: The Tour de France.

    I wasn't used to the drop bars but I made myself ride several Chedoke/Herkimer laps. Each of these is like 2km, but I was afraid to ride too far from home in case the tires which hadn't been ridden in a couple years got a flat. Luckily I had an audio book playing on the bluetooth: Angels and Demons by Dan Brown.

    After about 14 km of these loops I decided to call it a night. My weak arms were tired from holding me in the drop. We'll that day sucked!

    Posted 18 days ago
  • 13.9 km ride - 2025 Ride to fight kid's cancer 1b - Friday, August 1, 2025
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  • 4.7 km ride - 2025 Ride to fight kids cancer 1a - Friday, August 1, 2025
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My Sponsors

  • Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
    “Here's your matched donation made possible by the generosity of long-time SickKids Foundation supporters, the Garron family. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
    $506.98
    Received this donation 6 days ago
    Garvin Nunes
    Garvin
    “Thanks Garron family. Michael will not be forgotten.”
  • Beverly EVANS
    “Thank you Garvin for your donation to support Sick Kids' Hospital, Re: Kids' Cancer. Your friend Chris who died of cancer, also Michael Garron will not be forgotten, neither Patrick. All those who ride to fight Kids' Cancer are always appreciated. Thank you "ALL."”
    $310.50
    Received this donation 6 days ago
    Garvin Nunes
    Garvin
    “Thanks Mom”
  • Elizabeth
    “Go Garvin! I hope you enjoy your ride.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 7 days ago
    Garvin Nunes
    Garvin
    “A secret tai chi move has been unlocked!”
  • Terry Skipper
    “Fantastic work, Garvin! Your efforts are truly impressive! Keep up the amazing momentum!”
    $80
    Received this donation 6 days ago
    Garvin Nunes
    Garvin
    “Thanks. And you deserve an award for surviving-40C winters!”
  • Alexandra Boss
    “Go Garvin!!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 3 days ago
    Garvin Nunes
    Garvin
    “Thanks Alex. You are the boss!”
  • Christine Carleton
    “You are an amazing supporter of this very worthy cause, keep up the good work.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 6 days ago
    Garvin Nunes
    Garvin
    “Thanks Christine. It's like a cozy story...”
  • Anna Pond
    $36.23
    Received this donation 7 days ago
    Garvin Nunes
    Garvin
    “Thanks Anna. I can hear the choir of angels!”
  • Arwen Ballentine
    $36.23
    Received this donation 6 days ago
    Garvin Nunes
    Garvin
    “Thanks Arwen. Wait, someone secretary repaired my bike!”
  • Gordon Gooding
    $36.23
    Received this donation 13 days ago
    Garvin Nunes
    Garvin
    “Thanks Gordon. This little pawn is running for president!!”
  • Aaron Skipper
    $20.70
    Received this donation 6 days ago
    Garvin Nunes
    Garvin
    “Thanks Aaron. This is better than a 500 point bonus move easter egg unlocked!”
  • Laura Wall
    $20.70
    Received this donation 7 days ago
    Garvin Nunes
    Garvin
    “Thanks Laura I'll be riding my talking horse to victory!”
  • Garvin Nunes
    “In memory of Chris and Patrick. I won't forget Michael Garron either!”
    $77.63
    Received this donation 6 days ago
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